How To Fix 42704 - Select only one entry

42704 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 42 - Information Workbench

• Message number: 704

• Message text: Select only one entry

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 42704 - Select only one entry ?

  The SAP error message 42704, which states "Select only one entry," typically occurs when a user attempts to perform an action that requires a single selection but has selected multiple entries instead. This error is common in various SAP transactions where the system expects a single record to be processed, such as when trying to display, edit, or delete a specific item.
  
  Cause:
  
  Multiple Selections: The user has selected more than one entry in a list or table where only one entry is allowed.
  Incorrect Transaction Usage: The transaction or function being used is designed to operate on a single record, but the user interface allows for multiple selections.
  User Error: The user may not be aware that the action they are trying to perform is limited to a single entry.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Selections: Go back to the selection screen or list and ensure that only one entry is selected. Deselect any additional entries.
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